Artist profile
Attic Ocean
ttic Ocean is an indie rock and shoegaze band based in Düsseldorf, Germany. Formed in 2022, the group has quickly become one of the most prominent names in the modern German shoegaze scene. Their signature sound blends 1990s nostalgia with modern indie elements to create highly atmospheric, dreamlike soundscapes.
Musical Style & Influences
- Dreamy Soundscapes: Built around shimmering, driving guitars and layered instrumentals.
- Ethereal Vocals: Fronted by the haunting, spherical voice of singer Hanni Nasirat.
- 90s Inspiration: Music critics frequently compare their sound to iconic acts like Slowdive, The Cranberries, and Wolf Alice.
- Authentic Production: The band emphasizes recording all instruments physically in-studio and prioritizing analog photography for artwork.
Key Members
The band functions as a quintet. Key members include:
- Hanni Nasirat – Lead Vocals
- Niels Baumgarten – Guitar
- Philip Marx – Bass
- Camila – Guitar
- Lukas Moore – Drums
Discography & Major Releases
The group is signed to the Spaceboy Entertainment record label. Their key releases include:
- the heavy blue and then after (2023): Their breakout debut EP that garnered international attention.
- Retriever (2024): A highly-praised EP mastered by Simon Scott of Slowdive. It features their popular hit single "Lilies and Sea", which was accompanied by a music video filmed in Tokyo.
- I Promise I'll Try Everyday (2026): Their latest EP featuring standout tracks like "Aurora", "Coastal", and "Sun".
